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Date: July 24, 2026 Participant: Jeremiah Sorensen #6611 Race: 2026 Deseret News 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Consistent Pacing Leads to Strong Finish Jeremiah Sorensen delivered an impressive performance in the 2026 Deseret News Marathon 5K. With a consistent pace, he completed the race in 15:35, maintaining an impressive average of 5:01 min/mile over the 3.1-mile course. The initial mile set the tone with a 4:53, followed by steady splits, clocking in at 5:04 and 5:07. These splits demonstrate his ability to maintain a strong, consistent pace throughout the race. This pacing strategy placed him second in his division (M15-18) and tied for second in overall male ranking, allowing him to finish in the top five among the 1,474 participants. This race reveals his potential and suggests areas to hone further would be consistent pacing in the second phase to prevent any time drop. Continuing to focus on maintaining speed during the middle stages could enhance his standing in future races.